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Civic leadership, social stewardship, community involvement… these are just the few things Black History Month stands for. In recognizing these essential qualities, the month-long observance, as well as the impact sports bring to society as a whole, Nike will be celebrating the 2013 Nike Black History Month …

Marking the 150 years since President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation to end slavery in America, February’s observance of Black History Month takes on a special meaning this year. As with years before, Nike will be releasing a limited collection to help commemorate the occasion, including …

Nike Basketball presents the limited edition 2012 Black History Month collection, featuring the Kobe VII System Supreme, Zoom KD IV and LeBron 9. All three shoes carry a dark grey base color, along with a signature graphic print made up of a rainbow of vivid colors inspired …

Our early preview of Nike’s Black History Month collection for 2012 revealed the general aesthetic that would permeate throughout the pack. And now that we are officially in February, some more complete looks are starting to show up from the most anticipated pieces from the range. Last …

Nike is celebrating Black History Month with special design treatments across signature collections from the brand’s roster of superstar athletes. The recurring motif of black and vibrantly colored accents in geometric patterns is applied to great effect on the low-profile Nike Zoom KD IV. Featuring a black …

More than a celebration of history, Black History Month is about remembrance of the countless scarf ices made in the past and a commendation of ancestral accomplishments. Its also the reason behind the expansive nature of this year’s Black History Month Collection from Nike. In addition to …

In celebration of the 36th anniversary of Black History Month, Nike Tennis has created a collection made exclusively for tennis star Serena Williams. Nike selected apparel and footwear designs with an eye toward recognizing the inspiration and spirit that the 1996 USA Basketball Women’s team, the 2002 Brazil …

The base model itself had many “firsts” already, historian, sneaker heads, and even Rev. Al Sharpton himself can appreciate the historical stature of the Air Jordan III (3) Black History Month. So as the month February approaches to the end this weekend, it also marks the grand …

In honoring their triumphs over adversities and their struggles in becoming not only great athletes but part of citizenry, Nike Stadium NYC at Bowery went through a transformation to highlight the accomplishments of Michael Jordan, Dr. Jay and Kobe Bryant. Part of Nike Sportswear’s commemoration to Black …